Poster; Safety code, unknown, 1940
Main details
| Reference number | 1995/387 |
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| Description | A poster outlining key safety codes for shelterers in underground stations during air raids.This poster was issued by London Transport in 1940. Copies would have appeared in the deep-level Underground stations, where an estimated 63 million people sheltered during the Second World War.The government originally banned the use of the Underground for sheltering. However, it soon recognised the need to authorise and regulate a system. London Transport published clearly defined rules and regulations in the form of posters, leaflets and rulebooks.This poster outlines five key safety codes for shelterers. |
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| Dates | 1940 |
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| Print code | 1240-6826G 1,000 |
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| Completeness | 83% |
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Physical description
Dimensions Attribute Value Height 762mmWidth 508mmDescriptive size Double crownColour Attribute Value Colour - Green
Item content Attribute Value Object title Safety codeText Shelter in Underground Stations
Safety Code
1 Keep away from platform edges. For your safety they have been painted white.
2 When near a moving train - stand still.
3 Don't stand in groups particularly on platforms.
4 Keep your children under control. Don't allow them to play on escalators, lifts and trains.
5 Please do your best to co-operate with the railway officials and wardens to ensure safety and comfort of all shelterers.
London Transport. -
People involved
Role Person(s) involved Artist Unknown, 1940Printer Waterlow & Sons Ltd, 1940Publisher London Transport, 1940